Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungentDankCannabis
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruit
Property
| Property | Columbus | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 35% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |